DEEP SEA ELECT RONICS

FEATURES

DESCRIPT ION

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The Model 557 is an Automatic Mains

Failure
Control
Module,
with
comprehensive instrumentation and load
control features. The module is used to
monitor a mains supply and automatically
start and stop the engine. It indicates the
operational status and fault conditions,
automatically shutting down the engine and
indicating engine failure by means of an
LCD display, and flashing LED on the front
panel.

Peak lopping functionality to

allow cost savings during high
tariff periods.
Test on load facility allows
synchronisation to mains (utility)
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Can be used to provide additional
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complete package with governor
and AVR interface modules

Selected operational sequences, timers

and alarms can be altered by the
customer. Alterations to the system are
made using the 810 interface and a PC.
This interface also provides real time
diagnostic facilities.

Multiple alarm channels for

generator protection (ie oil
pressure, engine temperature,
overspeed and more)

Operation of the module is via pushbutton

controls (with security locking facility)
mounted on the front panel with
STOP/RESET, AUTO, TEST, MANUAL
and START functions. The first four
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indications. Further pushbuttons provide
MUTE/LAMP TEST, LCD PAGE and
DISPLAY SCROLL functions.

Clear, backlit LCD display to show

the status of engine, generator
and mains (utility) as well as to
annunciate
alarm
conditions
should they occur.

The module features 32-Bit Microprocessor

control and a comprehensive list of timers
and pre-configured sequences. User
configurable expansion facilities are also
provided.

Compatible with many popular

governor and AVR types (ie
Wooward,
GAC,
Cummins,
Newage, Mecc Alte, Leroy Somer
and many more!)

The 557 module provides metering and

alarm facilities via the LCD display with
the following instrumentation displays,
accessed via the LCD PAGE and
DISPLAY SCROLL push-buttons:
Generator Volts L1-N, L2-N, L3-N
Generator Volts L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1
Generator Amps L1,L2,L3
Generator Frequency Hz
Generator kVA L1,L2,L3, Total
Generator kW L1,L2,L3, Total
Generator pf L1,L2,L3,Average
Generator kVAr L1,L2,L3, Total
Generator KWh
Generator KVAh
Generator KVArh
Generator Phase Sequence
Synchroscope Display
Mains Volts L1-N, L2-N, L3-N
Mains Volts L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1
Mains Frequency Hz
Engine Speed RPM
Engine Oil Pressure
Engine Temperature
Plant battery Volts
Engine Hours Run
Number of Start Attempts
Remaining Time until Maintenance
Due

Automatically
senses
mains
(utility) failure and starts the
backup generator.

P120 and P121 also provide

isolation between the engine /
alternator and the control panel.
25 event shutdown alarm log.
Integral, configurable starting
and stopping timers.
Configurable inputs and outputs
to help meet complex
specifications.

The 500 series modules have been

designed for front panel mounting.
The module is fitted into the cut-out
with the fixing clips removed. These
are then fitted from the rear.
Connection is via locking plug and
socket connectors.

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AMF AND MAINS
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SPECIFICAT ION
DC Supply:
8V to 35V Continuous.
Cranking Dropouts:
Able to survive 0V for 50 mS,
providing supply was at least 10V
before dropout and supply recovers
to 5V. This is achieved without the
need for internal batteries.
Max. Operating Current:
513mA at 12V. 263mA at 24V.
Max. Standby Current:
370mA at 12V. 210mA at 24V.
Alternator Input Range:
15V(ph-N) to 277V(ph-N) AC
(+20%)
Alternator Input Frequency:
50Hz - 60Hz at rated engine speed
(Minimum: 15V AC Ph-N)
Magnetic Pick-up Voltage Input
Range:
+/- 0.5V to 70V Peak
Magnetic Input Frequency:
10,000Hz (max)
Mains Sensing Input Range:
15V(ph-N) to 277V(ph-N) AC
(+20%)
Mains Sensing Input Frequency:
50Hz - 60 Hz (Minimum: 15V AC
Ph-N)
Start Relay Output:
16 Amp DC at supply voltage.
Fuel Relay Output:
16 Amp DC at supply voltage.
Auxiliary Relay Outputs:
5 Amp DC at supply voltage.
Generator loading Relay Output:
8 Amp AC 250V.
Mains loading Relay Output:
8 Amp AC 250V
Charge Fail / Excitation Range:
0V to 35V
Operating Temperature Range:
-30C to +70C
Dimensions:
192mm x 144mm x 138mm
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7

x5.
5

Deep Sea Electronics reserve the right to change

specification without prior notice.

CASE DIMENSIONS

144.0mm
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137mm
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155.0mm
110mm

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185.0mm (

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7.
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192.0mm (
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Panel Cut-out:138mmx185mm (

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T YPICAL CONNECT IONS

LOAD
L1

Refer to Operators Manuals for further information

L2

L3

Current
Transformers

ALTERNATOR

MAINS

Generator
Contactor

Mains
Contactor

Electrical Interlock

29 34 33

25 26 27

32

31

36

35
Generator Loading
Relay

38

40 39
Mains Loading
Relay

42

43

44 45

18

19

Optional 157 Relay

Expansion Board
(Maximum 2 off)
FCC68 - 4 Way

Internal Emergency Stop

FCC68 - 8 Way
1

20 21

22

24

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

23

30
4

Oil
Sender

810
Configuration

Safety Earth Connection

Must be connected to
the Safety Earth

Temp
Sender

MPU

These Ground connections must be

on the engine block and must
be a sound electrical connection
to the sender bodies.
The wire to Terminal 24 must not
be used to provide a ground
connection to any other device

NOTE:When connected to a
completed Panel / Gen-set
Real-time diagnostic display
is available

5
6
7
8
9

Configurable inputs

To governor

To AVR

For connection details of governor/AVR interfacing

(P120/P121 analogue interface modules), refer to DSE Guide
to Synchronising and Load Sharing (Part2)

Deep Sea Electronics Plc.

Highfield House, Hunmanby Industrial Estate,
North Yorkshire. YO14 0PH. ENGLAND
Tel +44 (0)1723 890099.
Fax +44 (0)1723 893303.
Email - sales@deepseaplc.com
Web - www.deepseaplc.com

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Phone +1 (815) 316-8706
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